Acrylic Pouring for Beginners - Episode 3 - Mixing Paint

One of the hardest things to master as a beginner acrylic paint pouring artist is paint mixing. The paint consistency is key to getting the desired results in a fluid paint pour. There are a few steps you can take to make sure you are always getting the same mixture time after time.
In this episode we will review the five steps to mixing paint.
1. Weigh your paint and pouring medium
2. Scrap sides and stick
3. Test your consistency
a. Drip/mound method
b. Build up on stirring stick method
c. Finger scrape method
4. Wait at least 5 minutes between mixes
5. Log your mixture and paints used
Comment acrylic pour paint mixing ratios:
►Craft Paint - 1:1 - 1 part paint to 1 part pouring medium
►Student or soft body paint - 1:2 - 1 part paint to 2 parts pouring medium
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[@LeftBrainedArtist]

What things do you do to get consistent results when you mix your paint?

[@bigtimetorifan]

Pray? Lol! Sometimes i get it right, sometimes not. Not sure whats diff b/w those times tho. Thanks for this! Happy Thanksgiving!!

[@chrystieseymore8597]

Thanks for your detailed videos. I have enjoyed watching them. On this one though, if you are going to log everything, I would probably go a step further and weigh them after you add water so you know how much water was added to each one as well.

[@TrinaRaysTrekofLife]

I love how you showed different ways to test consistency. 16:36 Here's my tip. BEGINNER TIP: For me as a beginner, the best test was the paper flow test! It REALLY helped me to see when all the paints were at the same consistency! (I show it on my video posted 6/9/22, and in my description box I also give a link and credit to the person I first saw do it!) 1:30 "I'm not somebody that will just whip something together.... I follow a recipe." Me too David, me too!! Lol I love your "recipe" type approach for mixing! Obviously as we mature in the trade, maybe will start to have different methods 😉 BUT for beginners your methods are AMAZING!! THANK YOU!

[@SnarkasticSunny]

Answer #1: Consistent results ~ that's really a thing??😏 #2: Buy pre-mixed pouring paints? ~ They need love too! LOL

[@SnarkasticSunny]

​@@bigtimetorifan ...your name... Tori Amos fan?

[@TraumaQueen65]

Another way to test that the consistency of the paints you're using is the same is to drip each paint onto a card and tip the card. All the paints should travel, down the card, at the same rate

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I've heard that a bunch. If you use different mediums in different paints that doesn't work as well but for sure would work when they are all the same.

[@franozel977]

I have been looking at alot of videos on pour painting but you are the only person that has explained step by step on how to mix your paint thank you

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are so welcome!

[@n.d.1796]

I like how your brain works. You're speaking closer to my language. Thank you for the understanding.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

My pleasure. If there are more questions you have done hesitate to ask them on the videos or my website. I am always looking for new video or blog ideas.

[@dany3131ify]

So happy I found your channel, finally I can learn something not only watch pretty painting, thanks so much your great, keep it up David

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I so excited it was helpful. This was the goal. Trying to piece together what tons of people did was difficult for me when I started too.

[@alliev8701]

Thank you so much for taking your time to explain everything so thoroughly and in a way that is easy to understand. I've watched hundreds of videos on KZbin and once I found your channel it finally felt like it clicked and I've been watching your videos for hours now and think I have learned more than all the other 100s of videos ive watched over the past few months. You are the BESTTTT

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are more than welcome Allie. I figured I had to learn this way I might as well show everyone my process and how I do things. I am glad it has been helpful.

[@talapeanutbutter4250]

Thank you! I also find as you say, that by waiting at least 5 minutes fierce mixing will help them to combined, it also allows some air bubbles to rise to the surface. Then gently tap the container on the table to pop them😉

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Good to know!

[@michelleprice5097]

That is what I do!! ❤

[@lucyc]

Hi David - Thanks so much for this. Can you explain why the water you added (around the 8 min mark for the red) looked kinda milky? Thx!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

My water had a little floetrol in it. Maybe 90%/10%. It was an experiment. I don't think it did anything different.

[@possumbold]

I’ve been poring for 4 years and teaching groups for 2 years. I always weigh as a starting point. I always make sure my students scrape the stick every time they add something as it affects the trace left if there is paint on the stick. Pouring isn’t about talent, it’s all about consistency!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Consistency in its many forms is definitely the easiest way to success with pouring.

[@joshuagrawburg1038]

Really digging your systematic approach, fellow STEM professional here. I’m wondering about your pouring medium. In another video of yours, that is not a part of this series, you indicate that your elmer’s glue is actually 70% glue / 30% water. Are you measuring out straight glue in this video, or is it the 70/30 mix? Lastly, thank you for going through this training series for us newbs, it is very much appreciated!!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I almost always start with my 70/30 mix unless I am doing experimentation where I want really thick medium. Just make sure if you pre-mix those that you shake/mix that bottle before using because the glue and water do start to separate after a few days.

[@TheCohesiveGarage]

@@LeftBrainedArtist Are you measuring out straight glue in this video, or is it the 70/30 mix?

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

@@TheCohesiveGarage Normally I use the 70/30 mix but I need to review just to make sure.

[@hollie7926]

Wow! How the heck is your scale so clean... lol

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Uh, I was just thinking I needed to clean it off cause it is starting to be not level. I do clean it after weighing my paints (mostly). Thanks for the laugh Hollie.

[@MaryKaySellinLady]

Oh my goodness I finally get how to mix paint thank you so much for such a great direction

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are very welcome Nancy. Good luck on your next pour.

[@craftitkiwi]

Thanks for sharing these Beginhers Videos! In the decsription for this video you mention Floetrol in the ingredients but in the video you don't mention where to use the Floetrol so I'm a little confused?....is Floetrol used at all Mixing Paints or for mixing a Pouring Medium or both? Appreciate your help as I'm about to start fluid art!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Floetrol is the pouring medium. Paint + medium (Floetrol) + water to consistency.

[@phillippawood1720]

Have you had anything to the water as it does not look clear? Please

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

At this point in my journey I was using water with a little bit of floetrol in it. I don't think it helps much so I am back to straight water now.

[@janstringer4233]

Thank you so much for your videos, so happy that I found you!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are very welcome Jan. If you haven't already, check out the latest video on my channel where I talk more about paint consistency. Happy pouring.

[@karenrussell5943]

From newbie to newbie...my tip. I was finding that the mixing of paints takes time and takes away from the time I could be creating. So I got some squeeze bottles and mixed up a few colours of paints...enough to do a few pours. This way I have them all mixed and ready to go and I can spend more time pouring and creating than doing one, then mixing up more paint before I can do another pour.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Great tip Karen.

[@kuddybeef777]

dude, good stuff!! very concise and I feel like the acrylic pour world could benefit from more analytical perspectives 🤓🤘 keep it up

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ohcheap1]

Why oh why didnt I watch this series prior to jumping in and wasting an incredible amount of money. I feel like Im alittle ahead of this first few but that just helps me assure myself that these are the things I truly need. The science side is what Im looking for. I dont do canvases as much as upcycle items like glass, wood household items. I need a crash course in the physics for figuring out the flow of the different items Im painting on. I dont want to jump ahead but can you call out an episode if there is one? and THANK YOU FOR WHAT YOU DO!!!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I haven't a video on how the paint works with different objects but I have done a few about vases - kzbin.info/www/bejne/kKqvq4SPeduom7M

[@beckywilliams4372]

I love the fact your videos are detailed, yet straight the the point! Thank you!!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thanks Becky. I am at the point in my life where time is precious and I try to keep that in mind when making videos. I wasted too much time watching amazing art being created but too little explanations of how.

[@barbaradeerfield2204]

I thank you want to start pouring paint and I feel like your talking to me. You make it easy to understand. Still a little confused on transparent paint how to tell which is transparent to the other

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I print out a page with black and white lines and just paint a swatch of my color over it and let it dry. The more you can see the black lines the more transparent the paint is. The less you see the more opaque. That is if the paint doesn't say what it is right on the bottle. All paints will become more transparent as you add medium and water just because the paint is being thinned somewhat.

[@MrCowmorrison]

I can’t thank u enough for this series. I have gotten soooo many things to start but I need specifics. It seems so many artists eyeball or “wing it”. I’m not that type I need concrete examples and formulas and u are the first person who gives this to me. Plus u use the Elmer’s glue all. Thank u so much. I have subscribed to ur channel and believe I can actually begin to paint my first picture in no small part thanks to u. Thank u again !!!!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

That is awesome to hear. Good luck and don't hesitate to ask questions. I am always looking for new video ideas.

[@karenb4065]

I LoVe your approach/methods. I definitely tend towards wanting more (+) knowledge than less. I like to UNDERSTAND . You offer FABULOUS information. Thank you !!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Awesome, thank you Karen. So hard to "feel" how the paint should flow. I need my concrete evidence/process! 😅😄

[@annetteharrison6864]

Just started following and I'm learning a lot

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Perfect. That was always my goal to be as helpful as possible.

[@karenrussell5943]

I love your paint calculator on your website. So easy to use and takes out the guess work. Thank you!!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thanks Karen. I am working on an upgrade so you can get the mix for each color you are using.

[@deeznuts_808]

Best tutorial yet! I'm jus starting off acrylic pouring and I've watched so many,but no one explains and shows everything like you.👍

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are so welcome my friend. Glad to help.

[@carolmoorcraft5386]

What a great lesson David. Sure making a lot more sense to me now. I was missing this step by step instruction , to anxious to create. There is so much information and so many ways to do things, overwhelming. Anyway David you sure made things clearer and I so appreciate the time you take and the knowledge you have, thank you

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Glad it was helpful! But it is time for you to start today Carol. You learn so much more by doing!

[@carolmoorcraft5386]

@@LeftBrainedArtist I have already started but not with too much success, however going to try more using the information you have given me.

[@deborahholoboff6540]

Thanks, lefty!!, love your honesty!! 😻 your a true gentleman! 🙋‍♀️❤️

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I appreciate that Deborah!

[@kriskriskris32]

I'm really enjoying this series. I've only poured 2 paintings so far using craft paint, glue, and water. All I had on hand was school glue which i ran out of, so i dug up some brand name tacky glue after a quick Google said it was pva. It worked fine, maybe better than the school glue. Locally, I can get the tacky glue for $2.87/8oz, about .35-.36¢/oz. Have you tried tacky glue?

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I haven't tried tacky glue. I get craftsmart glue from Michaels or Glue-All from Lowes/Home Depot for about $19 per gallon. Used to by $15 but inflation has killed everything.

[@carolejones6049]

I have learned so much from your videos. I appreciate you sharing your knowledge as I am new to acrylic pouring and was lost how to start and what supplies I needed.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Wow. Thanks so much Carole. Let me know if you have any specific questions.

[@patriciacarter9774]

Excellent video! Thanks!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Glad it helped Patricia. Thanks for coming by.

[@carolemartin6892]

I have been using 60:40 glue:water then adding craft paint. 1:1 . Results were always unpredictable. I will try your method. Thanks for this.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Craft paint might be the ultimate problem. Especially the lighter colors that have white in them. They just envolope everything.

[@ismagul2238]

The way u explained everything is quite amazing.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thanks so much. Glad to help.

[@proximityfpv1722]

can I mix my floetrol and glue and just store it like that so it's ready to go? I'm just thinking it would be nice to develop my medium and have it ready to go but I'm worried about shelf life or reactions. Thanks for everything you do!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

As long as you don't add any additional water it should last for months. Water is the corrupting factor unfortunately. Especially if you are using tap water instead of filtered or distilled water.

[@proximityfpv1722]

@@LeftBrainedArtist Thank you for the info!

[@rolandfrappier8245]

David you're really it. I like the way you explain everything and the way you teach it. Keep up the good wor k man.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I do really appreciate that Roland. Thanks for watching and the nice comment.

[@aap9358]

Thank you. As I am just beginning to learn to paint I prefer using paint and glue. Staying away from water for now. Not using flotrol as I prefer no cells or less cells. I know now how to weigh it and get the right combination of glue and paint. I am using craft paints from the dollar store.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Wonderful! Sounds like you have a great plan. Let me know if you have any questions.

[@daniellenadon3920]

I just love your explanationsI starter à book with your recipees and will start one for my own records thanks for your generosity

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching Danielle.

[@teragramlane6665]

I enjoy your videos! Question for you, what is the consistency for paint to be moved with a hair drying?

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thin. Very small mount or no mount at all when drizzled back on the cup. Some of my latest videos talk about that - kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3TOZGqjnt2Md80

[@teragramlane6665]

@@LeftBrainedArtist thank you!

[@GaryCarroll-jp1fo]

When I used glue I always get cracks on my paintings. What am I doing wrong?

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

THere are few common things. Paint is too thin, too much paint being left on the canvas, or using low quality paints like craft paints (especially any variation of white).

[@pamelawegman7461]

I messed up mixing my paint. Can they be salvaged ? Too much flotrol.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Sure. Add more paint. Then you get to paint even more too!

[@stephanieweir594]

I love your videos. No one else has taught me as much as you. Thank you 😊

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Wow, thank you Stephanie. Glad to help.

[@elviraberry2942]

I re-viewed this mixing video because I am not being successful in my projects. I blame it on my mixing ratios. I have taken the advice ( more than one person) who said they mix their pouring medium 60/40, meaning if I use glue all 60% then I'd need water 40%. This mixture is what I mix into my paint and hardly ever need to add water. I have a pouring bottle just for this. Now, you showed that you measured your glue separate from the water and then add the water after the glue and the paint are mixed. This is in contrast to what I have been doing. I wonder now if I'd been wrong. But the artists who use this 60/40 ratio (glue all and water) have been successful in their pouring. What am I doing wrong??? I am so desperate and want to give up. I have wasted paints, glue all, a dozen canvas, not to mention the mess I make with jars, bottles, a jug of Floetrol, leveling devices, etc.etc. Not one good one done to claim. This hobby is not for the frugal person, I understand. I am retired and just want to have something to make the day go by happily, aside from watching tv, etc. TY for your videos.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

As long as you know which ratio works you can mix cup by cup or mix large quantities of medium (60/40 or 70/30) and then use that with the paint. Most beginners start with mixing cup by cup which is why my beginners course mentions this way. Your 60/40 is is also correct and my preference when I am painting a lot. If you paintings still aren't working out I would think the quality of the paints you use or the consistency is most likely the problem area. Without being able to see your mix or your final results I am just guess there though Elvira.

[@marylyndurie8157]

Can you suggest why my paint is not completely peeling off my precious few LoliVefe cups? I was using the ready to pour paint… using them up.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I haven't had anything but resin not come off my silicone stuff. It might be static electricity. I leave them on their side for a few minutes and it gradually dissipates. Hard to tell without seeing it Marylyn.

[@philomenachalissery5336]

Everything seems so much clearer now. Your explanation with reasoning gives me so much clarity. Thank you.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You're very welcome! Have you started?

[@hampgirl59]

Question, the water you used for thinning from the squeeze bottle looked like it was "whitish" was there something in it?

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

For a bit I used 10% Floetrol and 90% water but I didnt find it really helped anything so I don't anymore.

[@Marie-LouiseArt]

You are such a star and amazing teacher. I have been really worried about the air bubble sin my paintings but others shave said they don't even notice. Wanting to improve though and always learn more, I have found your comprehensive videos so helpful. Thank you. Keep shining. Marie-Louise from Cornwall UK xxx

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thanks for leaving this lovely comment Marie.

[@laralyndy6106]

Thank you so much…I’m just going to follow along with you.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Let me know if you have any more questions as you go.

[@brenda33181bs]

What if you want to sell your paintings? Will using craft paint last ? What if you use Glycrylic to finish it?

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

If you use a good varnish with craft paints and instruct your buyer not to have them in direct sunlight they should last decades. I have never used glycrylic (sp?) but if it is anything like polycrylic that is a perfectly good varnish.

[@brenda33181bs]

How do you feel about using house paint for acrylic pouring?

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I don't recommend it unless you have experience doing regular pours and are doing specific techniques like Sheleeart Blooms or the Sarah Taylor type pours.

[@barbaradeerfield2204]

I'm a little confused in a video you had this young lady you were showing how to mixture paint and make a pour. With her you used glue, floetroa flood, and a little silicone. So do you just use either the glue or the floetroa or both?

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I only use one or the other. I don't think it makes sense to mix those two.

[@deborahmusgrove5937]

Thank you for sharing this info. You have no idea how this has helped overcome my anxiety about starting this new adventure!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

That is great to hear Deborah. Happy pouring!

[@sharonmartin2040]

Do you need to add water to glue to make the pouring medium before you add to paint or just add glue straight to the paint?

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You can't skip that step just takes a ton more mixing and slowly adding water. I find this way speeds up my process Sharon.

[@cynthiaroberts9381]

Again, I'm learning so much and I only have seen video 1, 2, and 3 of the Beginner series. Thanks again. I do have a question, I dabble in jewelry making, simple, not complicated jewelry, do you have a video on what you do with the skins? Is there a jewelry demo?

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I haven't made one of those yet. However, some of the other creators have made some pretty good tutorials. Just search for acrylic pour cabochon and you'll find them.

[@n.d.1796]

Ah-ha! You weigh your ratios out, rather than liquid measure. So much easier!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

So much easier for sure. WAY less cleanup.

[@SandyNoblitt]

Thank you so much for this.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

My pleasure Sandy. Glad to help.

[@SuzetteWdkworkshop]

Have you noticed that humidity affects your paint pours?

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I don't have much in Utah but I bet that it does.

[@abudhabig0ld]

sorry, don't mean to be critical but your saying adding water you adding and it's milky, are you adding flood mixed with water?

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Critical feedback = learning. That will never bother me. I did for a few months but have since stopped.

[@mitzi1956]

if im using a mettalic to swipe across, How should the consistency be

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

What are you swiping over?

[@userMarinainCol]

Thank you, again, for all you do. watching your vids for the second time, still picking things up. May have to go for 3 times lol..

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

8) You go my friend!

[@dkk06]

So helpful

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

My pleasure.

[@mariacorser7193]

Thank you so much! For sharing your knowledge so precisely 👁👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I am happy to do it. Making these videos is just as fun as pouring.

[@rich333m]

Can you do ratios for Brickrylic paint?

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Blickrylic would be 2 parts medium to 1 part paint plus water to consistency.

[@tammit3347]

What do u mix ur water with? It's milky, is it mixed w glue all?

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

For a while I had floetrol in my water but decided the gain wasn't worth the effort.

[@AD-fv1pn]

I am a beginer i bought DecoArt ready to -Poul acrylic

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

That works. I think those are the ones that are slightly thinner than I normally like but I have heard it works fine.

[@SnarkasticSunny]

"Rerun"...aka - enjoying/needing this 1 a 2nd time. Perhaps more will stick in my mind where can retrieve it better? (sigh!) I think I can now see the difference of only having 1 functioning carotid artery left... Blessed that am not paralyzed (yet?), so MOT complaining! I just hadn't noticed any dramatic differences, until now. (Mostly penmanship, hard to focus, & lost 1/2 my readily available vocabulary. Play Wordle, Mini Crossword & Spelling Bee daily to make sure brain is still working & making new pathways. (Stalling the inevitable, I guess?!) But now, can see is much tougher "to learn & recall new things w/o review/repitition". Ha! The things I learn from watching you are more widespread than expected...smiles!😌

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I am sorry to hear that Sunny but glad you have a positive outlook on life.

[@SnarkasticSunny]

@@LeftBrainedArtist I try to anyway & most days succeed. It could be much worse, all things considered. When it's a sudden blockage - no warning & most folks are then paralyzed on 1 side, like my father-in-law was. I was blessed in that mine was slow, over time, until last bit of blockage & IF didn't have Kaiser telling my Dr what to do (or not to), he would've run tests & caught it before too late. Blessing is that when it takes long time to totally block, God had time to have my body find alternate paths to get blood flow to brain - smaller neck arteties are stretched to max & delivering blood to my brain for the side that's blocked. Pretty cool! People who don't know can't tell anything happened.😊 My brain has always been my fave body part, so am ever so thankful to have this time & try to keep brain fit long as I can. The part of brain at blockage is dead from no blood flow when it closed off, but our brains are incredible at what they can do! And God Is too! So am in best care/shape that I can be, considering state of medical care in this Country.

[@clairehayward4521]

I'm a beginner at this from the UK and your videos are wonderful. Quick question. I saw another video about mixing colours and a colour wheel which makes me wonder, do you mix less paint (in final volume) for colours with more tint? I don't want to waste paint and I'm not sure how long it keeps once mixed. Sorry if this is a really basic question Claire x

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Overall total paint you have to have enough to cover the canvas. Paint that is a super tinter (aquamarine blue etc.) you just might want to use less off cause it will totally take over others. But if you needed 4 oz and you have 4 colors you still need a total of 4 oz you just might have 1.2 ounces of 3 colors and .4 oz of the super tinter color.

[@clairehayward4521]

@@LeftBrainedArtist spot on. Thanks do much xx

[@pamelar3607]

So I suppose the flotrol recipe would be the same as the glue one

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Correct. 2 parts medium to 1 part paint plus water.

[@lauriecassada4787]

Thank you love your teaching !

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are so welcome Laurie. Glad it was helpful.

[@serenac4665]

Buongiorno, sono alle prime armi e i tuoi consigli mi sono utili. Come mischiare il bianco o il nero come base per coprire la tela in modo uniforme? Non mi rimane a specchio. Grazie

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Dovresti mescolare le tue mani di base esattamente come tutte le altre vernici. Stessa razione di mezzo per dipingere e stessa consistenza.

[@kimberlylipscomb5706]

Thanks so much for this information!! I like understanding the science behind the painting. Valuable information.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are more than welcome Kimberly. I hope it saves you a bunch of time and money.

[@SandyNoblitt]

I was told using that glue will turn the painting a yellowly color.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

It is a possibility. Depends on the paints you use and if you varnish it well or not. I've had two paintings over the course of the last 3 years show yellowing. I think it is one of the best and cheapest materials to practice and gain expertise with. If you decide to really sell your art than you can transition over the more expensive mediums.

[@Cecilia72594]

Hello, I commented on another one of your videos the other day and I’m wondering if I can ask a couple other questions. When you let your paints set for several hours or over night should you cover them? I’ve been finding that after I let my paints set for a while that they get a little clumpy and thicker. Is that normal? Also sometimes I also get small white dots on my paintings as they dry. I’ve been thinking it’s due to air bubbles. And I’ve been trying to mix my paints slower, letting them sit longer, and using my torch more but I’m still getting those dots. I’m wondering is there anything else I could be doing wrong? Thanks so much for your videos! They’ve been really helpful to me.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I don't cover mine. I have had a little lint and a bug get in but that is pretty much is it. I fyou are doing resin 100% you want a cover as any little things messes up your glass finish. Thicker, yes as the water evaporates. Clump is not normal. I almost always have some of these. Ideally changing your white might help this but it is hard to say without seeing an example.

[@Cecilia72594]

Ok, that’s all helpful to know!!Thanks 😊

[@lindabuice1756]

Why is your water white looking?

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I used a little Floetrol in my water for a while. I no longer do that.

[@kjstarr2893]

Why is your purified water cloudy?

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

For a little while I put a little Floetrol in with my water. It didn't realy add anything though so I quit doing that.

[@cindz487]

Thank you David I'm learning so much from you. I am a newbie in acrylic pouring, I learned a lot by watching on your youtube channel everyday. More power and thank you for all advices and suggestions 😊

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are very welcome. Don't hesitate to ask questions if you have them.

[@wryter93]

Someone needs to invent a mini motorized whisk because I just spent almost 3 hours weighing & mixing enough paint to fill 2 bottles.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

There are a few out there but none that I really love. If it wasn't so hard to get products made I'd think about it.

[@wryter93]

@@LeftBrainedArtist I just thought of the mixer's cosmetologist use when mixing hair tint with developer, which is the same consistency of Floetrol. Motorized bowls with slow stirring.

[@angeladelionado1465]

Very helpful!!! Thank you

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thanks for watching Angela. Have you started pouring yet?

[@judithschaffer6075]

Can you use any kind of glue

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Any kind of PVA glue will work for many techniques. Book binders glue is more archival (last longer) but it way more expensive. Wood glue you can't really use.

[@debbietindal2950]

This was very helpful and I appreciate that you shared this,thank you

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are so welcome Debbie. Glad to help. Have you started pouring yet?

[@noemisoto2155]

Why your water look white , it’s not clear

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

For a little while I put a little flow trawl in my water. I don’t do that anymore as I don’t think it really mattered.

[@jonesynahmeen9088]

You mentioned glue. Is the glue your medium? Is it always a 1:1 ratio when using medium and paint. Sorry for my ignorance. I’m just interested in getting into resin art and pours

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I use glue as my cheap pouring medium yes.

[@jonesynahmeen9088]

@@LeftBrainedArtist but pretty much the rule of thumb is 1:1?

[@talapeanutbutter4250]

Thank you so much for sharing this information!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You bet!

[@emadungan3927]

I came back to this video after 3 months of using your technique for painting consistency. It`s amazing and easy to use for me. Thank you very much! You are amazing!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Wonderful Ema. It is so key to pouring. If that the one thing people spend an extra few weeks learning I highly recommend it.

[@cyhoaglan2451]

the glue all meduim is that mixed ahead of time or just poured straight from the bottle? seen on your site about doing the 70/30 with the meduim

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I mix my glue with water in the gallon jug 70/30 and the that mix is used as my medium 1:1 or 2:1 etc.

[@cyhoaglan2451]

@@LeftBrainedArtist ok thank you. starting out and having alot of issues just trying to do the math to this. doing things in parts and ratios is giving me fits so trying to get numbers wrote down that i can scale out.

[@happysmile1185]

Can you save unused paint in a cup with a top

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Sure can. I do it all the time with single serve cups.

[@EMPRESS_LAWANNA]

How much is the other median you showed

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Floetrol? Is is about the same price as Glue-All.

[@darlaphelps9752]

Why is that water milky looking

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I used to put a little floetrol in my water as a test. It didn't really do anything for me so I don't do that anymore.

[@JasonBernardino-z8j]

Thank you for all your content!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

My pleasure!

[@SunriseSurprise]

I have been pouring watching videos at least a few months now, finally stumbled upon your channel today. Your content is really helpful. I haven't started yet but hope to try my first pour this week. Thank you for such great info!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Glad you like them!

[@judijohnston5011]

Why does your water look cloudy?

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

For a little while I used 10% floetrol and 90% water. I don't think it helped any so I've moved back to straight water now.

[@NicksMommy86]

Why is your water milky?

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

For a time I used 1 part floetrol to 10 parts water but I have since found it doesn't really help so I stopped.

[@CorryKouwenberg]

why is your water discolored

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

For a short while I used a little bit of Floetrol in my water but I didn’t think it made a big difference so I quit

[@sousamak1]

Why does the water look white please

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

For a little while I was using 10% floetrol in my water but I don't feel like it really added any benefit so I have stopped.

[@kimelliott7667]

Best mixing video I have seen, thank you!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Wow, thanks! Glad it was helpful.

[@joaniejones5114]

What is the Artist paint ,beginners paint that you used with the blue paint .I’m unsure what this is.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Simply Acrylic from Walmart.

[@joaniejones5114]

@@LeftBrainedArtist Thank you, I am at the very beginning and following your every word. I Cannot wait to do my first pour , I’m just collecting knowledge , I can’t thank you enough for your videos.

[@robertasoares378]

Hello.. why does your purified water looks milky ? Did you add smth to it?

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

For a bit I used 10% floetrol to 90% water Roberta. I didn't find it did anything special so I have moved back to regular distilled/filtered water.

[@robertasoares378]

@@LeftBrainedArtist thank you !!! Your videos are awesome! This is the first time that I actually understand the process and fell more secure to try smth out . Thank you very much !

[@deannadeanna5755]

Do you ever use house paint?

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Only for the Sheleeart blooms technique and occassionally as an additive in the type of painting that Sarah Taylor does. Otherwise no.

[@anuunenkhtuvshin5990]

This is so helpful thank u

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Glad it was helpful Anuun

[@TheAngiepangie424]

Thanks for the link to the scale, it’s actually 20% off right now! :-)

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Ooh, I might buy me another. I dropped mine and it is one the fritz.

[@gloriagiefer3013]

Can distilled water be used

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Absolutely. I recommend it. Especially if you are going to make big batches of paint and store it for long periods of time.

[@markheighes1218]

Love all your videos!! So helpful - I'm a beginner. Thank you very much!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Have you started yet Mark?

[@markheighes1218]

@@LeftBrainedArtist Yes thanks. I've done my first wood ring pour. I think I had beginners luck - as it came out really well!! Your videos really helped.